Jim "Chopper" Wilcox's obituary , Passed away on September 21, 2025 in Kankakee, Illinois

Jim "Chopper" Wilcox

June 5, 1960 - September 21, 2025 (65 years old)

Kankakee, Illinois

Jim "Chopper" Wilcox's obituary , Passed away on September 21, 2025 in Kankakee, Illinois

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Jensen Memorial Chapel

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Jim "Chopper" Wilcox

June 5, 1960 - September 21, 2025 (65 years old)

Kankakee, Illinois


Jim Wilcox Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Jim Wilcox of Kankakee, Illinois, born in Oak Park, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Jim left this world on September 21, 2025 at the age of 65, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Jim Wilcox or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He is survived by: his wife Shelley (Kitching); his children, Evan (Yuliana), Candace (John), Ryan (Tony), Jessica (Randy), Brandi (Jim), Karley, Aly and Trinity (Ryan); and his grandchildren, Nick, Chris, Reece, Morgan, Jayce, Landen, Maci, Alexis, Piper, Briana, Kamra, Alayna, Lorelei, Milo and Ryker.

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Jensen Memorial Chapel



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3639 EAST State Route 17, Kankakee, IL 60901

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